Master of Philosophy (Design and Built Environment)
Advance your academic career with a Master of Philosophy in Design and Built Environment at Curtin University.
Best for:Best for graduates holding an honours degree in built environment disciplines looking to pursue advanced independent academic research.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy in Design and Built Environment at Curtin University prepares students to apply advanced knowledge for scholarly research and higher-level inquiry. This research-oriented postgraduate program aligns with AQF level 9 qualifications. Candidates engage in independent investigation within the built environment discipline, supported by academic supervision. Applicants are expected to meet rigorous entry criteria, including academic excellence in prior honours coursework.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent scholarly research under academic supervision
- Develop and execute a comprehensive research proposal within the built environment field
- Engage with relevant literature, methodologies, and data collection frameworks
- Synthesize research findings into a formal master's thesis for examination
- Participate in departmental seminars, research group discussions, and academic presentations
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor Honours degree of first or upper second class, or equivalent end-on Honours entry eligibility
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy
Language: English; standard university English language proficiency requirements apply
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated capability in conducting independent academic research
- Strong foundational knowledge in design and built environment concepts
- Proficiency in academic writing and literature synthesis
- Ability to formulate clear research questions and design appropriate methodologies
- Applicants must have achieved first or upper second class results in their Bachelor Honours degree
- Applicants admitted via an end-on Honours program must forgo their standalone Honours qualification for credit towards the Master degree
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How to apply
Review the course offering details on the official Curtin University study portal. Prepare all necessary academic transcripts and supporting research documentation. Submit your application directly through the university's online course application portal.
- CV
- Bachelor Honours transcripts
- Research proposal
- Proof of English language proficiency
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